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ESA to hire 520 new staff as workforce expansion begins in 2026

Written by  Emma Gatti Tuesday, 23 December 2025 19:41
ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher speaks during a media session after ESA’s 342nd Council meeting. Credit: Screenshot of ESA recording

MILAN — The European Space Agency announced plans to hire approximately 520 new staff members starting in 2026, following decisions approved at ESA’s 342nd Council meeting earlier this month.  The recruitment will result in a net increase of about 400 staff, alongside the replacement of roughly 120 positions due to retirements. The move will bring […]

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